Proverb
Word | PROVERB |
Character | 7 |
Hyphenation | prov erb |
Pronunciations | /ˈpɹɒvɜːb/ |
Definitions and meanings of "Proverb"
What do we mean by proverb?
A short pithy saying in frequent and widespread use that expresses a basic truth or practical precept. noun
A short pithy sentence, often repeated colloquially, expressing a well-known truth or a common fact ascertained by experience or observation; a popular saying which briefly and forcibly expresses some practical precept; an adage; a wise saw: often set forth in the guise of metaphor and in the form of rime, and sometimes alliterative. noun
A byword; a reproach; an object of scorn or derision. noun
In Scripture, an enigmatical utterance; a mysterious or oracular saying that requires interpretation. noun
Plural capitalized One of the books of the Old Testament, following the Book of Psalms. The full title is Proverbs of Solomon (i. 1). noun
A dramatic composition in which some proverb or popular saying is taken as the foundation of the plot. Good examples are — “A Door must be either Open or Shut,” Alfred de Musset; “Still Water Runs Deep,” noun
Synonyms Axiom, Maxim, etc. See aphorism. noun
To utter in the form of a proverb; speak of proverbially; make a byword of.
To provide with a proverb.
To utter proverbs.
To write or utter proverbs. intransitive verb
An old and common saying; a phrase which is often repeated; especially, a sentence which briefly and forcibly expresses some practical truth, or the result of experience and observation; a maxim; a saw; an adage. noun
A striking or paradoxical assertion; an obscure saying; an enigma; a parable. noun
A familiar illustration; a subject of contemptuous reference. noun
A drama exemplifying a proverb. noun
A canonical book of the Old Testament, containing a great variety of wise maxims. noun
To name in, or as, a proverb. transitive verb
To provide with a proverb. transitive verb
A phrase expressing a basic truth which may be applied to common situations. noun
A phrase expressing a basic truth which may be applied to common situations.
A striking or paradoxical assertion; an obscure saying; an enigma; a parable.
A familiar illustration; a subject of contemptuous reference.
A drama exemplifying a proverb.
Synonyms and Antonyms for Proverb
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